Wk 3 Personal Reflection: Computer Based and Web-Based Education and Training.

There are many methods and techniques for delivering instruction through the Computer Base Training (CBT) and Web Base Training (WBT). Even with the traditional classroom which can be enhanced with links to resources on the web.
I learned a lot during the class discussion, on the pro and cons, and how some design are very effective and non effective.

As it was elaborate in the discussion room, economic are the heart of an e-learning business model which should be sustainable. CBT/WBT can be used as alternative or supplement to expensive conventional courses and lectures, seminars, trainings or workshops. Adapting the framework for evaluating the effectiveness of instructional multimedia is that of extend version of Kirkpatrick’s (1996) four levels of evaluation introduced by Schenkel. It begins to appear in academic institutions using for instruction. The evaluation show various recommendation for computer base/web base learning from assessing learning, reaction and attitude, behavior change in the intended environment, and assessing results and return on investments (ROI).

Looking at each level of e-learning: hard and software, content, instructors, learners and human resources managers which must be executed in a coordinated fashion. Ultimately, the design and execution of instructional methodologies must be good and well implemented.

Example of CBT/WBT is use of Night Vision Goggles (NVGs) by Ruffler’s and Woodward (2004) using multimedia, interactive CBT and WBT for training. NVG training consisted of classroom instruction, hand –on training, and simulator training.
Need for systematic training is to help NVG users obtain the required knowledge and skills. Without adequate training, it is often difficult for a user to determine what is missing from the visual NVGs. NVGs users often lack appreciation for what they can see as well as what they cannot see with NVGs. They lack the understanding of the cues that could help them identify hazards and properly judge their extent and importance. In addition, a recurring concern expressed by Subject Matter Expert (SME) is that there is often inadequate training on how to properly focus and adjust NVGs as well as on how to use NVGs to detect and interpret possible hazards in the operational environment.

References:
Alessi, S.M. & Trollip, S.R. (2001). Multimedia for learning: Methods and development (3rd ed.) Boston, MA: Allyn and Bacon.

Ruffner’s, J. W. & Woodward, K.G. (2006). Computer-based and web-based applications
for night vision goggle training. Alexandra, VA. Retrieved 22nd, 2007 from
http://www.dcstrainingsupport.com/PDF/Ruffner-Woodward-2001.pdf